Planning Zones & Controls in Skye, Victoria
Skye is located within City of Frankston (Victoria). The following planning zones and overlays are commonly found in this area.
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Planning Zones
These zones are commonly applied to properties in Skye and the broader City of Frankston area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Skye may be affected by one or more of the following overlays / codes, which add extra planning controls on top of the zone.
Planning permit activity in Skye
Real application data for Skye from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 1994. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Frankston actually supports here.
171
applications on record
56
permits issued
223
new dwellings proposed
98%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 4 | 8 | 4 | 13 | 12 |
Notable recent applications
Section 72 - the construction of seven (7) double storey and one (1) single storey dwelling (eight dwellings)
28 mccormicks road · 2019 · Approved · 8 dwellings
Eight (8) lot subdivision
28 mccormicks road · 2019 · Approved · 8 lots
To subdivide the land into eight (8) lots in a general residential zone (grz)
6 wesley close skye 3977 · 2021 · Approved · 8 lots
Source: Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS), records to mid-2023. Council participation varies by year; figures are indicative. “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.
What can you build in Skye?
Skye sits in City of Frankston (Victoria). What you can build — a granny flat, a subdivision, a second dwelling, townhouses or an extension — depends on your property's zone and overlays. These guides set out the Victoria rules for the most common projects:
Heads up: parts of Skye carry heritage and bushfire controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Skye
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Skye and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Skye?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 171 planning permit applications in Skye since 1994, with 56 permits issued and 223 new dwellings proposed across all applications. The register's public extract runs to mid-2023; recent local decisions are a strong guide to what City of Frankston supports in Skye.
What can I build in Skye?
What you can build in Skye — such as a granny flat (secondary dwelling), a subdivision, a second dwelling, townhouses or a house extension — depends on your property's planning zone and any overlays, together with the Victoria planning rules. See the project guides above for Skye, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Skye in?
Properties in Skye are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Skye. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Skye?
Whether you need a planning approval in Skye depends on the zone your property is in, any overlays that apply, and the type of work you are proposing. Most new dwellings, extensions, subdivisions, and changes of use require approval. Some minor works may be exempt or "accepted development" depending on the zone and overlay controls. Use our free tools to check your specific situation.
How do I find my property's planning zone?
You can find your property's planning zone by searching your address on VicPlan, the official Victoria planning map. It shows the zone, overlays, and other planning controls that apply to any property in Victoria.